Month: July 2010

Most of us know that unprotected exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays not only puts us at risk for sunburn, but also precipitates premature aging and increases our chances of developing some types of skin cancer. So we wear our sunscreen and minimize our exposure to the sun. But did you know that there are… Read more »

If you’re someone with darker skin, you quickly become knowledgeable about hair removal procedures like threading. For along with darker skin, comes darker (and more noticeable) hair in unwanted places – trust me; I know! Practiced in many countries including India, China and Iran, threading is an ancient method of hair removal, which is gaining… Read more »

New reports of toxic sunscreens, or rather ingredients in sunscreens that may not be as safe as once thought, are confusing many of us. The issue? Many commonly included chemical sun filters that have been used for years in sunscreens have now been found to be associated with side effects. Of particular concern is oxybenzone… Read more »

Linea nigra (Latin for “black line”) is a term for the dark vertical line that appears on a woman’s abdomen during pregnancy. Common in about 75% of pregnancies, the line appears as a brownish streak about a centimeter wide. It runs from the bottom of the rib cage to the pubic bone. It is a… Read more »

Tinosorb S (also known as bemotrizinol or its chemical name bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ) is a chemical sun filter approved for use in Canada, Australia and the European Union. It is a broad spectrum blocker of both short and long UVA rays as well as UVB rays (covers wavelengths between 280 and 400 nm). Tinosorb… Read more »

Fake tans are in; real ones aren’t. And that’s because a real tan is indicative of skin damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Despite the knowledge that tanning is a no-no many of us still feel better sporting one. Whether it’s because it makes us feel sexier, healthier or happier, who knows? Friends just… Read more »

Although running PhaMix is my job, I do it not only because it helps to pay the bills but also because I love it. It’s very rewarding to help all of you navigate the skin care maze to find products that are safe, effective and that work for you. I care about what I do… Read more »

A new study published online June 29 in the American Journal of Physiology — Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology, shows that high levels of oxygen may slow the development of wrinkles by reducing skin damage caused by ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation from the sun – at least in mice. Japanese researchers found that hairless mice… Read more »

Mask of pregnancy, is essentially Melasma that occurs when a woman is pregnant. It is also known as Chloasma. Presenting as a skin discoloration, mask of pregnancy can affect anyone during pregnancy. The discoloration appears as dark, irregular patches on the upper cheek, nose, lips, upper lip, and forehead. The patches often develop gradually over… Read more »

You’ve read the labels, checked out the ingredients and know that your sunscreen offers great UVA and UVB protection, but does your sunscreen deliver at high altitude? The efficacy of a sunscreen is dependent not only on how it’s manufactured: Which sun filtering agents does it contain? Does it offer protection against both UVA and… Read more »

While many use sunscreens to help prevent photo damage, they are also worn for safety in helping to prevent sunburn and reduce the incidence of some types of skin cancer. Many of us trust sunscreen manufacturers to help guide us in choosing the products that are right for our needs. That’s probably why in March… Read more »

Botox is embraced by many to turn back time. And it seems that many of its fans are getting younger. When it comes to Botox, how young is too young? A recent article on msnbc.com discusses teens and twenty-somethings turning to Botox to keep the wrinkles away. And the trend seems to be increasing as… Read more »

Darker skin ages differently to lighter skin. And that’s because the pigment found in darker skin affords more protection against ultraviolet rays than lighter skin. Bear in mind that while the additional melanin (pigment) does act as a natural sunscreen, studies have cited that it delivers an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) rating of between 1… Read more »

Like green tea, research has shown that white tea has anti-aging potential due to its high levels of antioxidants that could prevent cancer and heart disease. White tea is made from leaves that are nearly raw and processed minimally. Because of this, it probably retains most health benefits of all types of tea. It is… Read more »

Now that summer has finally kicked in, you’ll find yourself in the position to show off your perfect toes. Whether you choose to indulge in a pedicure at the spa or do it yourself in the convenience of your own home, here’s how to get feet looking and staying great all season. Soak feet in… Read more »

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